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First world war

Britain and its allies played a central role in the First World War, which happened at the start of the 20th Century. Learn more about the First World War, practise your reading skills and prepare for the Life in the UK test.

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The Second World War

What do you know about the Second World War? Do you know when it started and ended? Which countries were involved? Learn more about this devastating war, develop your reading skills and prepare for the Life in the UK test.

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A Cruel Fate

‘A Cruel Fate’ by Lindsey Davis is a story about the English Civil War.

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